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New Female Recruits Join Israeli Army Combat and Artillery Roles in August 2026 Intake
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First reported by N12 · Aug 5, 2026
What happened
In August 2026, the IDF inducted new female soldiers into combat and artillery roles, highlighting their motivations and the recruitment process.
- 01New female recruits joined infantry, border defense, and artillery units in the IDF's August 2026 intake.
- 02Recruits completed medical and processing steps at the Bakum recruitment center.
- 03Keshet, a new combat recruit, said she joined to challenge her personal limits.
- 04The IDF is documenting the recruitment cycle in a series called "Welcome to the IDF."
- 05The series also features new recruits in the armored corps and navy.
- 06The coverage emphasizes women's expanding roles in combat positions within the IDF.
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